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MEMOIRS
SOMERSET HIGH SCHOOL
MR. FRANCIS J. KILGREW
We, the Class of 1949, dedicate MEMOIRS XII to our principal and friend,
Mr. Francis J. Kilgrew. It was through your guidance and assistance that our
High School days have been happy and successful. May you ever continue to
guide the youth of Somerset High School.
DEDICATION
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Principal
MR. FRANCIS J. KILGREW
Vice-Principal
MISS RUTH B. MASON
FACULTY
First row, left to right: Mr. William A. Hart, Miss Mary E. Sullivan, Miss Ruth B. Mason,
Mr. Francis J. Kilgrew, Miss M. Elizabeth Greene, Miss Mary L. Walsh, and Mr. George E.
Morris. Second row: Mr. Raymond Gardner, Mr. John F. Kineavy, Mrs. Robert Staples,
Miss Barbara R. Worton, Mr. Ralph Westcott, Mrs. Joseph Traynor, Miss Ruth B. Eddy,
Mr. Harry Boudakian, and Mr. Edward J. Kaylor.
First row, left to right: Doris Thwaite, Joan Fredenburg, Phyllis Bradley, Editor-in-Chief;
Joseph Barboza, Assistant Editor; Patricia Doyle, Dorothy Coulombe, and Catherine Quen-
tal. Second row: James Grimshaw, Albert Lawton, Louis LeComte, David Traynor, James
Waring, Joseph O’Connell, Business Manager; Paul Heroux, Charles Bergeron, Carl San¬
derson, and Robert Weeden. Lloyd Gold, Arlene Shutt, and Arthur Oliver are also members.
MEMOIRS STAFF
Inspired by the work on previous Yearbooks, the
staff of MEMOIRS XII organized early and set right
to work in planning their book. Under the supervision
of Mr. Kilgrew, the Yearbook was completely revised
and many new features added. Editor Phyllis Bradley
immediately put her staff to work and by the time the
first deadline rolled around they were ready and wait¬
ing. Getting enough candids together was their main
problem, but they have succeeded and have produced
a Yearbook which will always remain as a tribute to
the staff of MEMOIRS XII and a reminder of our
Fligh School days.
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CLASS
OFFICERS
Left to right: Charles Berger¬
on, President; Joan Freden-
burg, Councillor; Arthur
Soares, Councillor; Patricia
Greene, Vice-President; Cath¬
erine Quental, Secretary. Ern¬
est Pacheco is Class Treasurer.
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JOSEPH BARBOZA, Jr.
"Joe” . . . cheery smile . . . zest for living
. . . friendly personality . . . plenty of
brains ... a whiz at the keyboard . . .
future Iturbi.
Orchestra, French Club, Honor Society,
Round Table, School Pianist, Harvard
Book Award, MEMOIRS (Assistant
Editor) .
DAVID HAMMOND BARLOW
"Dave” . . . smooth dancer . . . quiet
( at times ) . . . sports enthusiast . . . per¬
sonality plus . . . plans to enlist in the
Army Air Corps.
L. LEANDRE BERARD
"Lee” . . . quiet and reserved . . . swell
sport . . . mighty interested in hunting
and trapping . . . plans to make farming
his career.
Charles Arthur Bergeron, Jr.
"Chuck” . . . light hair and blue eyes . .
sparkling personality . . . lots of pep and
vitality . . . popular with both sexes.
Round Table, French Club, Class Presi¬
dent, MEMOIRS.
EVELYN TERESE BONIN
"Eve” . . . neat dresser . . . always a
cheery hello ... a friend to all . . . plans
may include a certain male.
Shorthand Club.
NICHOLAS S. BIELLO
"Nick” . . . dark brown eyes . . . quiet
and serious . . . friendly personality . . .
a favorite with his friends . . . always a
ready smile.
PHYLLIS MAY BRADLEY
RICHARD L. CADORETTE
"Phyl” . . . ready smile . . . soft spoken
. . . excess of gray matter ... a true
friend . . . another Florence Nightingale.
MEMOIRS (Editor), French Club,
Glee Club (Librarian), Cheerleader,
Honor Society, Operetta, Basketball,
Librarian (Chairman), Pep Squad.
MARY ELIZABETH BURNS
"Beth” . . . refined . . . clothes conscious
. . . very efficient . . . nose for news . . .
sweet smile ... a friend to all who know
her.
Glee Club, Shorthand Club.
"Rick” . . . genius at the keyboard . . .
scientifically inclined . . . sincere . . .
well dressed . . . always a smile and a
cheerful whistle.
Boys’ Chorus, Science Club.
WARREN ROGER CHACE
"Chacie” . . . quiet but amiable . . . pleas¬
ant personality . . . always willing to
help . . . plans to enter agricultural field.
Baseball, Football.
ALBERT LUKE COMEAU, Jr.
"Al” . . . famous for his sly wink . . .
corny jokes galore . . . popular with
opposite sex ... a true flirt . . . fine
athlete.
Baseball, Basketball, Football (Co-Cap¬
tain ) .
DOROTHY B. COULOMBE
"Dot” . . . stylish . . . Pepsodent smile
. . . natural curly hair . . . speedy typist
. . . sincere friend.
Glee Club ( President) , Shorthand Club
(President).
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CHARLES C. COURCIER
"Charlie” . . . gift of gab . . . lively
debator . . . service with a smile . . .
ardent baseball fan . . . friendly . . . plans
to enter radio field.
Breeze (Business Manager), Operetta.
MARY PATRICIA DOYLE
"Pat” . . . cultured and fine manners . . .
personality plus . . . big blue eyes . . .
sports enthusiast . . . future includes
teaching.
Basketball, MEMOIRS, Glee Club,
Operetta, Breeze.
JANICE VIRGINIA DUCKWORTH
"Red” . . . charm and grace . . . vivacious
redhead . . . our debator and songstress
. . . full of fun ... a good friend and a
future nurse.
Basketball, Cheerleader, Pep Squad,
Special Glee Club (Vice President),
Round Table ( Secretary ) , Junior Short¬
hand Club, Operetta.
ROLAND FENTON
Known for his corny jokes . . . good
natured . . . can be, but seldom is serious
. . . bubbling with spirit . . . plans to
enter Naval Air Force.
JOAN CATHERINE FREDENBURG
"Jinx” . . . cute as a button . . . vigorous
. . . vivid personality . . . versatile . . .
desirous of becoming a lab technician.
Girl Councillor, Breeze, French Club
( President ) , Round Table, Head Cheer¬
leader, Pep Squad, Basketball, Special
Glee Club (President), Junior Short¬
hand Club (President), Operetta.
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LLOYD ARNOLD GOLD
Great mental capacity . . . jokes galore
. . . blonde curly hair ... his facial ex¬
pressions speak for him . . . future com¬
poser or pianist.
French Club, Orchestra, MEMOIRS.
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PATRICIA SYNAN GREENE
"Pat” . . . quiet, friendly attitude ... a
good promoter and worker . . . lots of
school spirit ... all the qualities of a
good teacher.
Special Glee Club, French Club, Breeze
(Assistant Editor), Cheerleader . . .
Class Vice-President, Pep Squad, Oper¬
etta.
JOHN PETER GINTER
"Pete” . . . joined us in our Senior year
. . . won himself many friends . . . active
member of USNR . . . certain to be a
success.
JAMES BLAKE HAYDEN
Mischievous . . . friendly ... a favorite
with everybody . . . always a smile and
a good (?) joke . . . real swell guy.
PAUL R. HEROUX
Tall, dark, handsome . . . quiet person¬
ality . . . friendly, but sometimes shy . . .
good basketball player ... a true pal.
Basketball, MEMOIRS.
RAYMOND L. KENNEY
"Ray” . . . quiet and unassuming . . . neat
dresser . . . liked by all . . . active in
social life . . . has what it takes ... a
winning smile.
JAMES WILLIAM GRIMSHAW, Jr.
"Jimmy” . . . happy-go-lucky . . . friend¬
ly personality . . . partial to the opposite
sex . . . always a happy smile and a
cheery "Hi.”
MEMOIRS.
PATRICIA FRANCES KILEY
"Pat” . . . cheerful and full of fun . . .
active in school and out . . . vast number
of friends . . . first to announce her en¬
gagement.
Glee Club, Pep Squad.
ARNOLD LAVOIE
Very quiet manner . . . has a keen inter¬
est in hunting and fishing . . . future
plans are indefinite.
ALBERT LAWTON
"Al” . . . cheery disposition . . . Ipana
smile . . . friendly personality . . . always
surrounded by friends . . . whiz at photo¬
graphy.
MEMOIRS.
THOMAS LAWTON
"Tommy” . . . dramatic , . . abundance of
jokes ... a great pal . . . good brains . . .
active . . . talented and recognized artist.
French Club, Round Table, Breeze,
Honor Society.
LOUIS GEORGE LECOMTE
Happy grin . . . rugged build . . . active
in sports . . . full of school spirit . . .
friend to all who know him . . . amiable
personality.
Football, MEMOIRS.
ROBERT LOPES
"Bob” . . . jovial . . . always a ready smile
. . . friendly personality . . . famous for
his cross-country trips . . . real swell
fellow.
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CARLETON MARSDEN
Smart dresser . . . unassuming air . . .
dignified and quiet . . . never lacks true
friends ....^success in General Course.
THERESA I. MARTIN
"Terry” . . . newcomer to SHS . . . quickly
became one of the most popular girls
. . . enviable blonde hair.
Glee Club.
DOMINICK MASSA
"Nicky” . . . dark curly hair . . . friendly
smile for everyone ... his personality is
tops . . . loads of pals.
MEMOIRS, Breeze.
COLETTE BLANCHE MICHAUD
Lively personality . . . full of fun . . . lots
of pep . . . friendly . . . certain to be a
successful nurse.
Glee Club (Librarian), French Club,
Basketball, Cheerleader, Pep Squad.
ARTHUR L. MARION
Quiet, but very friendly . . . never fails
to amaze his friends with his corny
jokes (?) ... future businessman.
HELEN LUCIAN
Genial personality . . . full of fun ... a
regular gal . . . keeps SHS posted on
latest fashions ... a future secretary.
Shorthand Club, Glee Club.
PETER EDWARD MILLER
'Pete” . . . plenty of school spirit . .
anc
never
easy going
pal.
lacking in energy . . . quiet
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constant grin . . . swel
GERALDINE T. O’BRIEN
"Gerry” . . . petite . . . always laughing
. . . . everyone’s friend . . . very athletic
. . . lots of fun to be with . . . eager to
please.
Basketball, Glee Club, Operetta.
WILLIAM D. O’BRIEN
"O. B.” . . .the Army man . . . what wit!
what humor! what’s next? . . . unpre¬
dictable . . . popular with everyone . . .
a good sport.
Boys’ Chorus ( President ) , Operetta.
JOSEPH JOHN O’CONNELL
"Joey” . . . bright red shirts and yellow
ties . . . official chauffeur of the school
. . . full of pep and vitality ... a sailor
in his private navy.
Orchestra, Breeze (Business Manager),
MEMOIRS (Business Manager), S. A.
A. Treasurer.
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ARTHUR J. OLIVER
"Walt” . . . SHS’s news commentator . . .
faithful rooter for the Blue and White
. . . his wit and personality fit in any¬
where.
MEMOIRS (Business Manager) , Oper¬
etta.
ERNEST C. PACHECO
"Ernie” ... a whiz at figures . . . excellent
bookkeeper . . . always a cheerful hello
. . . good trumpet player . . . business
career forseen.
Class Treasurer, Orchestra, MEMOIRS.
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CLAIRE RONDEAU
Small brunette . . . appealing face and
cute smile . . . talent as an artist . . .
excellent typist . . . competent secretary
for future.
Shorthand Club, Glee Club.
CARL E. SANDERSON
"Sandy” . . . bursting with school spirit
. . . active in all sports . . . keen wit and
humor make him everybody’s friend.
SAA President, Basketball, Baseball,
Football, MEMOIRS.
DOLORES SANTOS
"Del” . . . ready smile and cheery word
for everyone . . . ardent athlete . . .
enjoys fencing . . . plans to be Physical
Ed. instructor.
Glee Club, Pep Squad.
EDWARD SANTOS
"Eddy” . . . one of the quietest members
of the class . . . enviable black curly hair
. . . future businessman.
CATHERINE QUENTAL
"Kitty” . . . neat dresser . . . willing to
help . . . dependable . . . good leader
. . . efficient typist . . . the perfect secre¬
tary.
Class Secretary, Special Glee Club ( Sec¬
retary), Shorthand Club, Operetta,
MEMOIRS.
MABEL ELIZABETH RIVARD
"Mae” . . . full of liveliness and good
nature . . . among the best dressed of the
class . . . interested in fashion, art, and
design.
Glee Club, Shorthand Club, Pep Squad.
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PHYLLIS SHAW
"Phyl” . . . popular Commercial student
. . . always willing to help in all activi¬
ties . . . many friends ... no future plans.
Shorthand Club, Glee Club.
ARLENE SHUTT
Dignified and quiet . . . good student . . .
amiable personality . . . true friend . . .
interested in telephone work.
Glee Club (Vice-President), MEM¬
OIRS.
BARBARA SMITH
"Babs” . . . red hair . . . fine sense of
humor ... all around likeable girl . . .
sweet singing voice . . . blushes easily
. . . good sport.
Special Glee Club.
ARTHUR SOARES
' Archie’’ . . . shy fellow . . . liked by
everyone ... a basketball sharpshooter
. . . talented in cartooning.
Boy Councillor, Baseball, Basketball
(Captain), Football.
CLIFFORD SOUTHWICK
"Cliff’’ . . . good natured . . . calm and
collected always . . . loves hunting and
fishing . . . noted for his "Banker’s sig¬
nature.”
GEORGE BRANDAO SOUZA
Quiet and agreeable manner . . . proved
to be a reliable worker ... jet black curly
hair ... a faithful friend . . . swell fellow.
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MARY LOUISE SULLIVAN
"Mary Lou” . . . artistic flare . . . very
original . . . interested in clothes de¬
signing . . . makes the Breeze hum . . .
a real pal.
French Club, Glee Club, Librarian,
Breeze Editor, Basketball.
DORIS JANET THWAITE
"Dot” . . . steady and dependable ... a
meaningful smile . . . prominent athlete
. . . future Physical Ed. instructor.
Basketball, Cheerleader, MEMOIRS,
Breeze, Glee Club, Pep Squad.
LORRAINE TRAFKA
"Lee” . . . friendly personality . . . eager
to please . . . popular with all her friends
. . . plans to enter business world.
Shorthand Club, Special Glee Club.
DAVID RICHARDSON TRAYNOR
"Dave” . . . suave manner . . . tall and
handsome . . . likeable . . . cool and
dramatic . . . historian.
Round Table, French Club, Boys’
Chorus, Operetta, MEMOIRS, Basket¬
ball, Baseball (Captain).
EDWARD TUTTLE
"Tut” . . . happy, with a friendly whistle
. . . wide grin . . . easy to get along
with . . . plans to join the Navy.
JAMES WARING
"Jim” . . . always available for any job
. . . neat and industrious . . . excellent
biology student . . . interested in news¬
paper work.
MEMOIRS.
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ROBERT B. WEEDEN
"Bob” . . . modest and unselfish . . .
"stick to it” determination . . . well-liked
. . . a "brain” in the biological field.
Round Table, MEMOIRS, French Club,
Operetta, Boys’ Chorus.
EDWARD WHALEN
"Ed” . , . full of school spirit . . . smooth
dancer . . . good worker . . . easy mixer
. . . hard worker on football team.
Football, Basketball.
JOSEPHINE YATA
"Jo” . . . quiet and ambitious . . . unas¬
suming attitude . . . successful in her
studies . . . one of the favorites of the
Commercial Course.
Glee Club.
The gi’e us a hand my trusty friend,
And here’s a hand o’ mine
While all our days
We sing the praise
Of the Class o’ Forty-nine
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WHO’S WHO
Did Most for Somerset High . .
.................
. .Patricia Greene
Joseph O’Connell
Did Most for Class of ’49 .... . .
. . Phyllis Bradley
Joseph O’Connell
Most Likely T o Succeed . . .
Joseph Barboza
Most Attractive . . .
. Patricia Doyle
David Traynor
Most Dignified . . . . . .
.........Arlene Shutt
Carleton Marsden
Most Agreeable . . . . .
Robert Weeden
Most Romantic . . . . . .
Richard Gadorette
Most Athletic . . .
Arthur Soares
Fashion Plate . . .
Lloyd Gold
Most Comical . . . .
Albert Comeau
Most Popular . .
Arthur Soares
Most Musical . . . .
Joseph Barboza
Best Looking . . . . .
Paul Heroux
Friendliest . . .
Robert Weeden
Best Artist .
Thomas Lawton
Best Dancer . . . . .
Ernest Pacheco
Best Orator . . . . . . .
Charles Bergeron
Wittiest . . .
Albert Comeau
Quietest . . . . . .
Edward Santos
Livliest . . . .
Arthur Oliver
Neatest . . . . .
Thomas Lawton
Flirt . . . . . . .
Edward Whalen
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CLASS WILL
We, the Class of 1949, being of sound and disposing minds, make, publish and declare
this, of our own free will and accord, our last will and testament:
I, James Waring, leave my six feet three inches to Kenneth Jack in hopes that he may
soon be able to erase the boards.
I, David Traynor, leave my long arms to next year’s basketball guards.
We, Joan Fredenburg and Marilou Sullivan, leave our locker to someone who has the
time to clean it out.
I, Clifford Southwick, leave my signature to any person who has hopes of becoming a future
banker.
I, Joseph O’Connell, leave my red shirts and yellow ties to anyone brave enough to wear
them.
We, Comeau, Sanderson, and Soares, leave our sports ability to all future athletic teams at
S.H.S.
I, Phyllis Shaw, leave my freckles to anyone who will take them.
I, Barbara Smith, leave my "New Look” to Marilyn Araujo — may she keep it in style at
S.H.S.
I, Ernest Pacheco, leave my dancing ability to all Freshmen who have yet to brave the dangers
of the dance floor.
I, Thomas Lawton, leave my French accent to Preston Smith to use next year when the class
needs a laugh.
I, Rick Cadorette, leave my piano playing ability to anyone who will enliven the early morn¬
ing pre-school hours.
I, Blake Hayden, leave my songs to brighten up the rides on the Blue Bolt to "away” games.
We, the Staff of Memoirs XII, leave our book to encourage next year’s staff when the going
gets rough.
We have heretofore ascribed our names and affixed our seal this fifteenth day of June,
in the year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and forty-nine.
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As I look back through the years, my mind dwells upon those wonderful days at
Somerset High — days which brought us a wealth of knowledge along with friends who
will never be forgotten. Through those cheery portals we passed each day, not realizing
how this daily routine had become a part of us. Yes, it all seems like a dream — a beautiful
dream from which we can never truly awaken.
In the fall of 1945, we became a part of the student body, having to become accustomed
to new rules, programs, teachers, and friends. Under the able direction of Mr. McHugh,
we elected Charles Bergeron as President; Claire Powers, Vice-President; Mabel Rivard,
Secretary; Carl Sanderson, Treasurer; Patricia Morgan, Girl Councillor; and Albert Comeau
as Boy Councillor. In the "Welcome Dance” sponsored by the Senior Class we were intro¬
duced to the school and to each other. Somerset High, with its fine basketball team, finally
played at Boston Garden. Although we were defeated by Provincetown in the semi-finals,
it was a great thrill and a wonderful experience. We found ourselves "in the red” after our
first enterprise — "The Spring Hop;” but, we were just "unworldly” Freshmen. Our last
excursion of the year was the sight-seeing trip to Boston, which was highlighted by an
exhausting climb to the top of the Bunker Hill Monument ... a fine ending to a wonderful
’’first year” at Somerset High.
After a relaxing summer, we, as sophisticated Sophomores, became upper classmen.
With Miss Harrington as our advisor we elected as President, Joseph Wolstencroft; Vice-
President, Claire Powers; Secretary, Dolores Santos; Treasurer, Carl Sanderson; Girl Coun¬
cillor, Patricia Morgan; and as Boy Councillor, Albert Comeau. Again, we were fortunate
enough — or should I say, "our team was skilled enough” — to play at Boston Garden, but
again we were defeated in the semi-finals by Provincetown. Our last day of school was
spent at Fort Phoenix, and our Sophomore year ended with a "fun-packed” evening at
Lincoln Park.
We began to feel ourselves growing up as we entered our Junior Year. With the
guidance of Miss Harrington we elected as our class officers, Joseph Barboza, President;
Phyllis Bradley, Vice-President; Janice Duckworth, Secretary; David Traynor, Treasurer;
Joan Fredenburg, Girl Councillor; and Paul Heroux, Boy Councillor. We gained confi¬
dence in ourselves with the presentation of our "Junior Barn Dance,” a spectacular Novem-
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HISTORY
ber "hop” with a humorous floor show; for it was one of the best dances in the school's
history. This was the year which caused us so much excitement, for our basketball team
beat our old "jinx,” Provincetown; and proudly won the title, "Class C Champs,” by defeat¬
ing Oliver Ames in the finals. It was with much excitement that we, as Juniors, became the
proud owners of our long-awaited class rings. They bore the symbol of our school — a step
further on the road to graduation. How proud we were to wear them! Our present to the
grateful Class of 1948 was the annual "Junior-Senior Prom,” which set the record for
attendance at Proms. The beautiful decorations on an "Alice in Wonderland” motif proved
very successful and a splendid farewell to the graduating class. Once again, we spent
another happy day together at Fort Phoenix saying "good-bye” for the summer.
The fall of 1948 finally arrived and we found ourselves lofty members of the Senior
Class. It just couldn’t be true! Yet, we weren’t dreaming! We elected, with Miss Mason as
our new advisor, Charles Bergeron as President; Patricia Green, Vice-President; Catherine
Quental, Secretary; Ernest Pacheco, Treasurer; Joan Fredenburg, Girl Councillor; and
Arthur Soares as Boy Councillor. Our first dance of the year was the "Welcome Hop” at
which the Freshmen were introduced. We, as Seniors, could well understand the feelings
of the wide-eyed Freshmen. In November, Mr. Kilgrew appointed the staff of Memoirs XII;
and, with Phyllis Bradley as Editor, Joseph Barboza, her assistant, and Joseph O’Connell
as Business Manager, we began to busy ourselves in collecting data for our splendid Year¬
book. "The Pirates of Penzance,” the operetta in which many members of the Senior Class
took part, was a great success, and after its production we found ourselves beginning to
feel the strain of "solid” studying for various exams.In February we received a part of our
Senior Orals — a present on which to work during the February vacation. The much-
awaited "Sadie Hawkins Day” was sponsored, and it proved to be an all day affair, with
much fun for all. With the coming of the Class Banquet, the Senior Prom, and the Class
Outing, we began to attract much attention by our endless bustling.
And so, as I close the blue cover of my memory-filled treasure chest, my mind is
filled with rosy thoughts of four wonderful years. And, through the blur of dreamy and
exciting happenings, there is the one memorable event which brought many a lump to
the throats of my friends — Graduation Night. It wasn’t until we received our diplomas
that we realized we were no longer Seniors — we were Alumni ! ! !
CLASS
On a cold day in January, 1959, the new eighty-sixth Congress convened in Washing¬
ton. The first business on the day’s agenda was a committee report on the value of a high
school education to the future citizens of the country. This survey is required by the
Bergeron-Traynor Act, which calls for an annual report on the influence of education upon
American life. It was decided that the committee investigate the alumni of a typical
American high school ten years after graduation to learn what contributions they had
made to the nation’s welfare. Somerset High School, of the Commonwealth of Massachu¬
setts, the Alma Mater of the two sponsors of this bill, was chosen. After the roll call by
Clerk of Congress, Ernest Pacheco, the report of Committeemen Dave Barlow and Jim
Waring, high school colleagues of Bergeron and Traynor, was read as follows:
"We traveled to Somerset on the U.S.S. Jean, a new deluxe steamship of the O’Connell
Lines. We were shown to our quarters by stewardesses Mabel Rivard and Theresa Martin.
On deck, we were surprised to see crewmen Blake Hayden and Pete Ginter. A special
banquet was prepared for us by chef Roland Fenton, after which music was furnished by
Rick Cadorette and his orchestra.
"Following a pleasant voyage up the coastline, we arrived at Newport, and then
transferred to one of the Kenney-LeCompte taxis, which have set a standard of excellence
in the field of Eastern transportation. Much to our dismay, we were stopped in Tiverton
by a brash young police chief named Cliff Southwick. When he heard of our mission, he
conferred with his driver, detective Ed Whalen, and they decided to let us continue on our
way. Upon arriving in Somerset, we noticed that a new Junior High School had been built,
and we later learned that it was designed by architect Tommy Lawton, and built under the
direction of Ed Tuttle. We entered the building and were greeted graciously by Pat Doyle,
the seventh grade teacher, Dot Thwaite, the girls’ gym instructor, and school nurse Collette
Michaud. They informed us that a benefit concert was being staged that week for the March
of Dimes Campaign. The performers were to be the great concert pianists Joseph Barboza
and Lloyd Gold, the former a Harvard graduate, and the latter an alumnus of Yale. As a
prelude to the concert, nurses Phyl Bradley and Janice Duckworth, both high honor
graduates of accredited hospitals, had been scheduled to speak on the modern methods of
treating contagious diseases. Charlie Courcier, renowned radio announcer, had been giving
special advertising to the concert over Somerset’s own radio station, WSHS. Archie Soares,
the great basketball star of the Kentucky Wildcats, was holding a free basketball clinic
for crippled children. Carl Sanderson, head referee of the Narry League, had offered his
services, also. The townspeople were certainly behind this campaign.
"After several more days of research, which carried us from Marilou’s Fashion Salon to
Pete Miller’s Garage, we decided to split ranks to finish our search for the members of the
class.
"Helen Lucian and Lorraine Trafka were found to be working as accountants in a
Providence office under the supervision of manager George Souza.
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PROPHECY
"In the evening we were entertained at the Biltmore Hotel by Head Manager Warren
Chace and his charming hostess, Joan Fredenburg.
"The next morning we decided to take a drive in the country. We were nearly struck
by a stray bullet from hunter Arnold Lavoie’s gun, quickly followed by another from the
rifle of Bob Lopes.
"On our return to the city we spotted Ed Santos’s Barber Shop, which seemed to be
doing a thriving business. Just above the shop, we saw a sign which read "Biello’s Shipping
Company.” During our conversation with Nick, we learned that Bob Weeden was working
as a diver, exploring the land below the sea.
"At our hotel we received a note from the Navy Department, in which Eve Bonin,
the secretary of Admiral Berard, informed us that the Admiral had extended his cordial
greetings.
"Next, we visited the Brown and Sharpe Machine Company and were shown some
new equipment designed by foremen Marsden and O’Brien.
"Looking for an evening’s entertainment, we noticed that the marquee of the Metro¬
politan Theater was advertising its sensational comedian, A1 Comeau. We were immediately
interested in this show, and bought our tickets from Dot Coulombe, cashier. Del Santos was
one of the cordial hostesses, and Phyl Shaw, a charming usher, escorted us to our places.
Seated next to us were Art Oliver and Paul Heroux, Vice-Presidents of the Robert Burns
Cigar Company. Another magnate of the business world was Nick Massa, chief poultry
producer of Bristol County. During intermission, A1 Lawton, Providence Journal photo¬
grapher, took pictures of the celebrities present. He was assisted by Art Marion, his
colleague, who took care of the interviewing.
"Leaving the theater, we stepped into Smith’s restaurant, owned by Pat Kiley and her
husband. Gerry O’Brien was managing it while the proprietors were on vacation. She told
us that Claire Rondeau and Arlene Shutt were modelling at a New York style show and
that Josi Yata had just returned from the West Coast, where she had been working as a
make-up artist. We were escorted to a table directly opposite one occupied by Pat Greene,
a third grade teacher in a nearby school, and Mary Burns, a secretary to a large printing firm.
"Walking down Main Street to get a bus to the airport, we saw the world-famed
jewelry store of J. W. Grimshaw. Nearby was Bab’s and Kitty’s Millinery Shop — said to
be the most exclusive one of its kind in New England.
"Thus, having contacted all the members of the Somerset High School Class of 1949,
we have returned to Washington to report that this class has prospered and is enjoying
unbounded success. We feel assured that the education received by the members of this
group has enabled them to find places in American society as competent and intelligent
citizens.”
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STUDENT
COUNCIL
MEMBERS
First row: D. Moniz, J. Bienvenue,
E. Dafgard, Vice-President; J.
O'Connell, Treasurer; C. Sander¬
son, President; M. Travers, Secre¬
tary; P. Greene, J. Fredenburg, and
C. Quental. Second row: M. Arau¬
jo, F. Cadorette, R. Cross, S. Rog¬
ers, P. Auclair, T. Almy, L. Souza,
and N. George. Third row: G.
Lee, C. Harrington, C. Carpenter,
R. O’Connell, C. Bergeron, and A.
Soares.
A group which is continually busy making the laws and planning the social events
for the year is the Student Council. The Council also supports all athletic activities and,
therefore, has to work diligently to keep the treasury in balance. A successful public auction
and bean supper and an even more successful operetta, "The Pirates of Penzance,” were
the main projects of the year. The members of the group helped to outfit our newly formed
band. The Student Council acts as a binding agent between the students and faculty.
LIBRARIANS
MEMBERS
Seated: Mary Travers, Secretary;
Edith Bouley, Treasurer; Phyllis
Bradley, Chairman; Mary L. Sul¬
livan, Cataloger; and Janice Duck¬
worth. Standing: Mr. William A.
Hart, Advisor; Barbara Barnett,
Madlyn Crawford, Phyllis Gell,
Barbara Wilson, Virginia Wilson,
Marilyn Mendillo, Nancy George,
Dorothy Lee, and Evelyn Soares.
The task of keeping track of more than three thousand books and the students who
borrow them is one which keeps all the librarians busy. Each year they are given their
assignments, so planned that there is a librarian on duty at all times. Throughout the year,
meetings were conducted by Chairman Phyllis Bradley. These meetings were usually
climaxed with "coke” sessions. After the final inventory was completed, the librarians
celebrated with a special dinner party.
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LE CERCLE
FRANCAIS
MEMBERS
Seated: Mary L. Sullivan, Librar¬
ian; Robert Weeden, Vice-Presi¬
dent; Joan Fredenburg, President;
David Traynor, Treasurer; and
Patricia Greene, Secretary. Stand¬
ing: Colette Michaud, Helene
Oberman, Thomas Lawton,
Charles Bergeron, Lloyd Gold,
Joseph Barboza, and Phyllis Brad¬
ley.
:
"Le Cercle Frangais” organized early in September, and soon plans were completed
for a trip to Mount Hope on Mr. Traynor’s catboat. Miss Walsh and Mr. Morris were
chaperons. Following this successful outing, the club launched its annual dance, this year’s
motif being "La Place d’Etoile.” Throughout the year, packages and letters were sent to a
French orphan adopted by the club. At the conclusion of the second term, initiation of new
members from the Junior Class took place. Eleven new members were admitted at the
impressive ceremony.
ROUND TABLE
"The Knights of the Round Table” is Somerset High’s debating and historical society.
Its members are chosen because of their dramatic ability and interest in history. Meeting
every Thursday, the members of the Round Table discuss current news topics and form
views and opinions in the light of the presented facts. An annual assembly, usually in the
form of a debate, is presented each year. A hockey game in Boston was attended by the
group during the winter season.
MEMBERS
Seated: Robert Weeden, Trea¬
surer; Mr. J. Kineavy, Advisor;
David Traynor, President; Charles
Bergeron, Vice-President; and Jan¬
ice Duckworth, Secretary. Stand¬
ing: Joseph Barboza, Thomas Law-
ton, Charles Carpenter, Robert
Doonan, Preston Smith, Elizabeth
Dafgard, Joan Fredenburg, and
Sheila Doyle.
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THE BREEZE
f
MEMBERS
First row: B. Grime, J. O'Connell,
Business Manager; P. Greene, As¬
sistant Editor; Mr. E. Kaylor, Ad¬
visor; M. L. Sullivan, Editor; C.
Courcier, Business Manager; and
K. Perry. Second row: J. Bien-
venue, J. Fredenburg, P. Doyle, S.
Blackledge, J. Murphy, and C.
Burbage. Third row: E. Bouley,
A. Broadhurst, D. Traynor, T.
Lawton, K. Wheelock, and D.
Thwaite. D. Massa, J. Cuttle, __
Sports Editor; and C. Carpenter
are also members.
"The Breeze" is the official publication of Somerset High, published bi-monthly by
the staff. Under the direction of its editor, "The Breeze" has grown in size and content
and has been enlivened by cartoons and drawings. Included in its columns are social notes,
editorials, school news, original stories, and sports articles. The chief purposes of the paper
are to provide enjoyment for the students, to represent them on important issues, and to
develop a feeling of school spirit. May "The Breeze" ever continue to blow!
SHORTHAND CLUBS
OFFICERS
Seated (Senior Officers) : Jose¬
phine Yata, Treasurer; Dorothy
Coulombe, Vice-President; Helen
Lucian, President; and Claire Ron¬
deau, Secretary. Standing (Junior
Officers) : Elaine Medeiros, Secre¬
tary; Joan Fredenburg, President;
Miss Mason, Advisor; Theresa
Cordeiro, Vice-President; and Eve¬
lyn Soares, Treasurer.
Organized for the educational and social benefit of Commercial students, the Short¬
hand Clubs have continued to do fine work under the guidance of their advisor, Miss Mason.
The clubs meet monthly during the classroom period. Throughout the year, candy was sold
by both groups to increase their treasuries. A very successful dance and later a cake sale
were sponsored by the groups. Both organizations plan for an annual outing, usually in the
form of a dinner and theater party.
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ORCHESTRA
MEMBERS
First row: W. True, J. Gonsalves,
H. Oberman, W. Dickinson, T.
Parent, J. Weeden, and R. Bence.
Second row: J. Barboza, P. Ginal-
ski, W. Johnson, R. Broughton, K.
Wheelock, M. Buote, and J. Di-
Santi. Third row: C. Harrington,
L. Gold, R. Hart, J. Gagnon, and
H. Veloza.
The orchestra of the ’48- ’49 year has earned the finest reputation of any to represent
Somerset High. Under the excellent supervision of Miss Ruth Eddy, the orchestra has
performed for school assemblies and various organizations. Highlighting this year’s activi¬
ties were its performances in "Melody Night,” the exchange assembly with Dighton High,
and a Parent-Teacher’s meeting. Their shining accomplishment was a full orchestral
accompaniment for the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, "Pirates of Penzance.” The orchestra
also played at graduation.
GIRLS’ CHORUS
Membership in the Girls’ Chorus is open to all girls of the school. Officers, however,
must be in their Junior or Senior year. The chorus began its year by taking part in the
colorful operetta, "The Pirates of Penzance,” presented in December. With the new year,
plans for a musical assembly were undertaken and the chorus presented a short musical
skit, "Girls from College City.” The musical year was climaxed by graduation to which all
musical groups contributed. These groups are all directed by Miss Ruth B. Eddy.
OFFICERS
Seated: Sheila Doyle, Treasurer;
Dorothy Coulombe, President;
Mary Travers, Secretary. Standing:
Colette Michaud and Phyllis Brad¬
ley, Librarians; Arlene Shutt is
Vice-President.
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SPECIAL
GLEE CLUB
MEMBERS
First row: J. Gonsalves, E. Medei¬
ros, M. Crawford, Treasurer; B.
Smith, N. George, E. Bouley, C.
Camara, and M. Camara. Second
row: D. Lee, M. Mendillo, Librar¬
ian; E. Deane, J. Fredenburg,
President; J. Duckworth, Vice-
President; P. Greene, T. Parent,
and D. Nordeste. Third row: L.
Trafka, W. Dickinson, J. Murphy,
P. Gell, E. Dafgard, B. Singleton,
J. Harrison, and C. Quental, Sec¬
retary.
This club is composed of students who possess exceptionally fine voices. It never
exceeds twenty-four members. Meetings are conducted on Wednesdays when the girls
rehearse pieces for their special programs. Their activities during the past year included a
'Melody Night” performance, participation in the operetta, assembly programs, and
graduation. The concluding activity was a trip to the Eastern Massachusetts Music Festival.
Here, an "A” rating was achieved for outstanding performance.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Left to right: Robert Doonan, the
Pirate King; Preston Smith, the
Police Chief; Janice Duckworth,
Ruth; David Traynor, Frederick;
Madlyn Crawford, Mabel; and
Richard Barrar, Major General
Stanley.
On the night of December 17, 1948, the stage of Somerset High School was trans¬
formed into a rocky coastline and cave which the feared Pirates of Penzance inhabited.
Again, one of Gilbert and Sullivan’s light operas unfolded a story of adventure and enchant¬
ment. The leads were carefully chosen for both singing and acting ability. The fine chorus
was composed of members from all musical groups. Miss Ruth B. Eddy was the musical
director, and Miss Mary L. Walsh and Mr. Francis J. Kilgrew were dramatic coaches.
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Captain Archie Soares tosses the ball during the Diman
game at the Boys’ Club.
Our newly formed band in full7 formation at the annual
Thanksgiving Day game.
Coach Boudakian is presented a jacket by the athletic teams
at the annual Booster Night.
The girls ended their successful season in a three way tie for
first place.
Si Vilela, top ground gainer for the Raiders, carries the ball
at Hanover.
mm
First row: D. Rivard, C. Carpenter, E. Whalen, C. Sanderson, A. Comeau and S. Vilela, Co-Captains; C. Lynch,
L. LeComte, A. Oliveira, P. Ginter, and G. Lee. Second row: E. Sullivan, Assistant Manager; R. Martin, D. Santos,
R. O’Connell, C. Demers, J. Mullen, J. Leonard, A. Soares, R. Ferreira, Manager; Coach Boudakian. Third row:
A. Guillemette, W. Chace, A. Waitt, R. Broughton, R . Barrar, C. Robinson, B. Hayden, and P. Smith.
FOOTBALL
ST. ANTHONY GAME
The persistence of the Blue and White grid-
ders finally paid off big dividends as they handed
a defeat to St. Anthony, Narry League leader, by
a decisive score of 21-0. Unleashing a powerful
air and ground offensive, the Raiders rode
roughshod over their highly favored opponents.
A1 Comeau tallied twice and Damon Rivard
once for the Somerset scores. Rivard scored the
three points after the touchdowns. The defensive
play of "Cashew” Oliveira, Ed Whalen, and Red
Carpenter was as fine as any seen during the
season. However, it was a team victory, well
earned and richly deserved.
The Blue and White took on the toughest slate of
opponents in many a year during the '48 gridiron
season. The Raiders finished their nine game schedule
with one victory stacked against eight losses. The lone
victory was an achievement in itself, however, the win
being over the Narry League Champs, St. Anthony’s
of New Bedford. The Boudakianmen blanked the
Parochials 21-0.
The Somerset footballers fielded a team mainly com¬
posed of first year men. The team had the spirit and the
fight, but lacked the necessary scoring punch — many
times faltering a few yards from the goal line. The
light backfield found it difficult to score against heavier
opponents.
Acacio Oliveira was placed on the Herald News All-
Narry eleven. Charlie Carpenter was named to the
second team. A1 Comeau, Carl Sanderson, and Ed
Whalen were given honorable mention on the squad.
Eddie was also named center on the All-Bristol Small
Schools Team.
SEASON SUMMARY
Somerset .
. 7
Mansfield .
. 25
Somerset .
. 19
Hanover .
. 20
Somerset .
. 0
Dighton .
. 6
Somerset . .
. 6
Franklin .
. 20
Somerset .
. 6
Diman .
. 13
Somerset .
. 0
Dartmouth .
. 13
Somerset .
. 21
St. Anthony .
. . 0
Somerset .
. 12
Foxboro . .
. 33
Somerset .
. 0
Case .
. 7
Foxboro was surprised by the spirit and strength
of the Raiders.
Although defeated by Case, 7-0, Somerset never
stopped trying.
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First row: Robert O’Connell, Carl
Sanderson, Arthur Soares, Captain;
Albert Comeau, and Damon Rivard.
Second row: Coach Boudakian,
George Lee, David Traynor, James
Mello, Robert Ferreira, Manager;
Sylvester Vilela is also a member.
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Bob O’Connell takes a rebound from Prevost. This game was a great
victory for the Blue and White.
BASKETBALL
Although they did not clinch the Narry League Champion¬
ship, the 1949 basketball team had a very successful season.
Their record of fourteen wins and three losses qualified them
for a second place league standing. The boys made up for
what they lacked in height by speed and efficiency. Led by
Captain Archie Soares, the Raiders proved to be a menace
to their opponents. They were defeated only once on their
home court and were successful in breaking the Boys’ Club
''jinx’’ by eking out a thrilling overtime win over Diman.
The outstanding game of the season was the victory over
undefeated Prevost. Control of the backboards by Si Vilela
and Jim Mello was a prominent factor in these and other
games. The "Blue and White” continually displayed the fight,
determination, and good sportsmanship for which they are
noted.
Bob O’Connell sinks the basket that tied the
Diman game and forced it into overtime.
BASKETBALL RECORD
Somerset .
. 40
Bristol .
. 33
Somerset .
. 44
Prevost .
. 49
Somerset .
. 38
Dighton .
. 20
Somerset .
. 46
Case .
. 36
Somerset .
. 39
Westport .
. 33
Somerset .
. 41
Diman .
. 29
Somerset .
. 33
Dartmouth .
. 43
Somerset .
. 48
Bristol .
. 23
Somerset .
. 49
Prevost .
. 27
Somerset .
. 31
Dighton .
. . 26
Somerset .
. 37
Case .
. 35
Somerset .
. 47
Westport .
. 32
Somerset .
. 39
Diman .
. 35
Somerset .
. 30
Dartmouth .
. 36
Total .
. 582
Total .
. 457
Somerset caused the Wesport quintet
to lose, 39-33.
Lanky Dave Traynor tries for a basket in our
home game with Dighton.
Shirley France and Coach Boudakian. Shirley is the
Women’s Professional Long Distance Swimming
Champion.
Jake Lee drops a long shot into the basket at the
Bristol Gym.
Bob O’Connell, with the ball at his fingertips,
is pursued by one of the Dartmouth eleven.
The Cheerleaders give out a lusty cheer for
their captain.
GIRLS’
BASKETBALL
MEMBERS
First row: Nancy George, Madlyn
Crawford, Colette Michaud, Doris
Thwaite, Captain; Sylvia Greene,
Patricia Doyle, and Marilou Sul¬
livan. Second row: Miss Worton,
Coach; Barbara Wilson, Joan Mur¬
phy, Shirley France, Joan Freden-
burg, Shelia Doyle, Patricia
Greene, Manager; and Miss Sulli¬
van, Coach.
The girls’ basketball team began and ended their season with hard fought victories.
They split their two games series with Durfee and with Dighton, but were successful in
both contests with Bristol Aggies. Their first victory over a favored Durfee sextet built
up a fighting spirit which lasted until the final whistle had blown at the last game. The
girls learned that to play together is to win together. The season ended in a three way tie
for the first place among Dighton, Durfee, and Somerset. Play-offs could not be arranged
because of the inability to secure officials or a neutral court.
Somerset .
....... 23
Durfee .
. 22
Somerset .
. 46
Bristol Aggies .
. 12
Somerset .
. . 24
Dighton .
. 25
Somerset .
. 18
Durfee .
. 35
Somerset .
. 35
Bristol Aggies .
. 8
Somerset .
. 25
Dighton .
. 23
Total .
. 171
Total .
. 125
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CHEERLEADERS
First row: Phyllis Bradley, Jeanne Bienvenue, Doris Thwaite, Colette Michaud, and Virginia Wilson.
Second row : Patricia Greene, Joan Fredenburg, Head; and Janice Duckworth.
C-H-E-E-R-L-E-A-D-E-R-S
Whether dressed in heavy sweaters for the
cold football season or in snappy blue and white
basketball uniforms, the cheerleaders of the ’48-
’49 season commanded the attention of all spec¬
tators. Their cheers displayed pep and vitality,
punctuated with tumbles, cart-wheels, and flips.
It didn’t matter to the girls what the score may
have been, they never stopped giving the support
that the team needed. It was this support that
brought about several victories when defeat
seemed inevitable. Miss Barbara Worton was
the girls’ supervisor.
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1117 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
1178 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
LARRY'S GULF STATION
Compliments of
GOOD GULF GASOLINE
SILKSON'S
Dial 2-9369
MEN’S WOMEN’S and CHILDREN’S
CLOTHING
Cor. DAVOL and BROWNELL STREETS j
347 South Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments
Compliments
of
of
COOK BORDEN CO., Inc.
MATHIEU
Established 1833
COAL COMPANY
LUMBER and BUILDING MATERIALS
MASTER-KRAFT OIL BURNERS
Sales and Service
650 Davol Street Fall River, Mass.
FALL RIVER, MASS.
SOMERSET NURSERY
Compliments
The Nursery — The Garden Shop
of
LANDSCAPE SERVICE
CHERRY & WEBB'S
Telephone 3-3371
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SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND’S
3256 County Street
Somerset, Mass.
LEADING FASHION STORE
SWANSEA PRINT WORKS, Inc.
Established 1890
DYERS, PRINTERS and FINISHERS of COTTON GOODS
FOR THE DRAPERY TRADE
SWANSEA, MASS.
Freight and Express Address
FALL RIVER, MASS.
Compliments of
A. H. HOOD & CO.
INSURANCE and INSURANCE SERVICE of EVERY KIND
FALL RIVER COOPERATIVE BANK BUILDING
26 BEDFORD STREET
FALL RIVER, MASS.
Compliments
of
THE PARK CO.
MANUFACTURERS of SHELLAC
Compliments of
TIL WE MEET AGAIN
The Somerset High School
BREEZE
CLASS OF 1952
FAREWELL and GOOD LUCK from
Compliments
of the
THE CLASS OF '51
S. A. A.
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Compliments of
VICTOR'S BAKERY
Telephone 3-3711
1163 County Street
Somerset, Mass.
Compliments
of
Compliments
of
TWO FRIENDS
A FRIEND
GOOD LUCK to the CLASS of ’49
from
THE CHEERLEADERS
o
SULLIVAN SIGNS
NEON SIGNS of ALL KINDS
Neon Sales and Service
Telephone 6-8032
186 Second Street Fall River, Mass.
EDDIE DRAGONS
SHELL SERVICE STATION
GREASING — LUBRICATING
994 County Street Somerset, Mass.
Compliments of
L E N O R ' S
A
99 South Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments of
GEORGE B. LOCKHART
BOTTOMLEY'S VARIETY
INSURANCE OF ALL KINDS
- 0 -
Telephone 8-5102
574 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
52 Lincoln Avenue Somerset, Mass.
Compliments of
Compliments of
STEVE'S DOUGHNUT SHOP
YOUR SUCCESSORS
Telephone 2-0865
THE CLASS OF '50
Grand Army Highway Fall River, Mass.
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Compliments
FRAZE'S
of
OF FALL RIVER
MORAE'S SERVICE
l THE PLACE TO TAKE YOUR CAR
- o -
a a a
ATHLETIC OUTFITTERS FOR
Grand Army Highway Somerset, Mass.
SOMERSET HIGH SCHOOL
Compliments
of
THE SOMERSET
LION'S CLUB
Congratulations to Class of 1949
Compliments of
IDEAL LAUNDRY
Normand J. LeComte, Class of 1940
CAPT. JOS. J. O'CONNELL
The Place to Go for the Best in
BOATS and MOTORS
"THE LAUNDRY for DISCRIMINATING
PEOPLE ”
— Visit Our Showrooms — -
Telephone 2-6303
353 NEW BOSTON ROAD
FALL RIVER, MASS.
ERNEST G. HAYES, Inc.
— FORD —
Compliments §
of
BRIGHTMAN SHELL
Authorized Sales and Service
SERVICE CENTRE
Louis Amaral and Anthony Pereira, Props.
CARS — TRUCKS
FARM IMPLEMENTS — FORD TRACTORS
Telephone 6-8920 f
Night Service 2-9601 or 5-7524
Phone Fall River 8-5694
G.A.R. HIGHWAY and RIVERSIDE AVENUE i|
SWANSEA, MASS.
SOMERSET, MASS. \
NELSON'S DAIRY
• • •
C. E. Nelson, Prop.
Compliments
PASTEURIZED MILK
of
Our Milk is Used in the S.H.S. Cafeteria
A FRIEND
132 Barlow Street Fall River, Mass.
• • •
i Best Wishes from
Compliments
| CARL BUFFINGTON
of
and the
FRANK L. ALLEN
THE
LUMBER CO.
NONPAREIL RESTAURANT
Dial 9-6443
■ ■ ■
285 Oliver Street Fall River, Mass.
South Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Congratulations to the
LORING STUDIOS
CLASS OF 1949
FINE PORTRAITS
MODERN FURNITURE CO.
♦
Telephone 8-5022
LIVING ROOM — BED ROOM
392 Spring Street Fall River, Mass.
Member Grand Rapids Furniture Guild
37 6 SOUTH MAIN STREET
(Opposite St. Mary’s Cathedral)
★
Compliments
of
! Compliments
I of
ARNOLD HOFFMAN
LION'S AUTOMOTIVE
& CO., Inc.
STORE, Inc.
DIGHTON, MASS.
★
PROVIDENCE, R. I.
Compliments of
BLANCHETTE & LUND
CROSS & SON
FOUNDRY CO.
"The Florist”
Wilfred Blanchette
FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS
FIRST QUALITY GRAY IRON and
Official Florist for Somerset High
SEMI STEEL CASTINGS
Telephone 2-6891
Phone Taunton 277 6
SOMERSET CENTRE, MASS.
13 Porter Street Taunton, Mass.
Compliments of
STANDARD FURNITURE, Inc.
COMPLETE HOME FURNISHINGS
8 66 Davol Street Fall River, Mass.
PEERLESS LAUNDRY, Inc.
SER VICE — SANITATION — SATISFACTION
Telephone 9-6497
1668 Pleasant Street Fall River, Mass.
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Compliments of
MAYFLOWER RESTAURANT
■ ■ ■
99 Pleasant Street Fall River, Mass.
GET YOUR DRUG NEEDS AT
GOODFELLOW'S DRUG STORE
— Daily Free Delivery —
Dial 8-5391
1150 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments of
BESSE-RUSSELL'S
MEN’S and BOYS’ CLOTHING
and FURNISHINGS
221 South Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments of
SILVIA & WHEELOCK
BLACKSMITHS and WELDERS
Telephone 2-1711
598 Brayton Avenue Fall River, Mass.
Congratulations Class of ’49
from
Stephen D. Sypko, S.H.S. ’ 38
COMMUNITY CLEANSERS
24-Hour Service
TAILORING — SHIRTS LA UNDERED
TRU -COLOR DYEING
Dial 2-3090
1512 County Street Somerset, Mass.
Compliments of
TERRY & CRAWFORD
AUTO SPRINGS and CHASSIS REPAIRS
Rear — 226 Pleasant Street, Fall River, Mass.
BARRETTES OF SOMERSET
NEW ENGLAND’S FINEST DOUGHNUTS |
AND A FULL LINE OF FANCY PASTRIES |
Let Us Fill Your Party Needs
Dial 4-1832
Cusick Building Somerset, Mass.
THE RED & WHITE STORES
Compliments of
P. PlNEAULT, Prop.
RIVERSIDE PACKAGE SHOPPE
MEATS — GROCERIES — PROVISIONS
Telephone 2-3131
1173 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
2677 Riverside Avenue, Somerset Centre, Mass.
Compliments of
READ STREET MARKET
BERTHA B. HAYDEN
Chester Ploski, Prop.
BETTER DRESSES - HOSIERY - LINGERIE
SPECIALIZING IN NATIVE POULTRY
Dial 3-3171
1108 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
455 READ STREET
Compliments of
Compliments of
REGAL FLOOR COVERING CO.
Wilson's Esso Service Station
★
152 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Cor. Palmer and County Sts., Somerset, Mass.
GELL SERVICE SUPPLY, Inc.
Compliments
of
Local Dealers in
| ELECTRIC APPLIANCES and EQUIPMENT
FOR THE HOME
AUCLAIR'S MARKET
F. C. Auclair, Prop.
Westinghouse — Hotpoint
| Zenith — Leonard
Easy — ABC
Refrigerators
Ranges
Radios
Kitchen Cabinets
Power Lawn Mowers
MEATS and GROCERIES of the
FINEST QUALITY
Telephone 2-4951
64 BRIGHTMAN STREET
"Located Just Over the Bridge”
Compliments
Compliments
of
of
NORTH END FISH MARKET
SHERRY CORPORATION
FRUITS, VEGETABLES and GROCERIES
ROAD CONSTRUCTION
OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY
ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS
"Cleanliness Is Our Proudest Display”
Telephone 2-2741
139 BRIGHTMAN STREET
823 Davol Street Fall River, Mass.
Congratulations to the Class of ’49
Compliments
GRAY TYPEWRITER CO.
of
W. Seymour Gray — Ken S. Gray
Don E. Gray
BOYD'S JEWELERS
DISTRIBUTORS of ROYAL TYPEWRITERS
Albert B. Almy
Telephone Fall River 3-1741
FALL RIVER, MASS.
NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND
49 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments
Compliments
of
of
JOS. A. BOWEN CO.
MeWHIRR'S
COAL — COKE — OIL
Timken Silent Automatic Oil Burners
Telephone 6-8554
FALL RIVER’S LARGEST
100 Pleasant Street Fall River, Mass.
DEPARTMENT STORE
Compliments
Compliments
of
of
ROTHWELL FOUNDRY
THE CHRISTY ALLEYS
Edwin Rothwell, Prop.
FOR RESERVATIONS j
Telephone 2-4021
Telephone 6-8540
SWANSEA, MASS.
1108 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
PHOEBE'S
f
AMERICAN and CHINESE POODS
Compliments
We Specialize in Chicken and Steak Dinners
of
Telephone 2-9334
THE SPECTATOR
1026 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
ROBERT'S FULL DRESS
Compliments i
of
RENTAL SERVICE
WHITE TUXEDO JACKETS — TUXEDOS
TAIL COATS — CUTAWAYS and
ALL ACCESSORIES
A. G. & W. J .
HOWLAND
Evenings by Appointment
Established 1896
Dial 9-6191
INSURANCE — REAL ESTATE
398 Spring Street Fall River, Mass.
Telephone 3-5881
(Opp. St. Mary’s Cathedral)
26 BEDFORD STREET \
\ Compliments of
SLADE LAUNDRY, Inc.
DRY CLEANERS — FURRIERS \
Telephone 2-6171 '
1068 SLADE STREET
FALL RIVER, MASS.
Compliments
of the
SOMERSET INDIANS
BASEBALL CLUB
Daniel Koohy, Mgr.
Compliments of
MILK BAR
LUNCHEONETTE — FOUNTAIN SERVICE
97 4 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments of
GREEN FRONT GROCERY STORE
JOS. C. COULOMBE
— BARBER —
Suspiro Bros.
GROCERIES — MEATS — FRUITS
VEGETABLES
Member of Master Barbers’ Association
Dial 2-9001
1050 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
388 Main Street
Somerset, Mass.
Compliments of
Compliments of
NORTH END LAUNDRY
GONSALVE'S FILLING STATION
-o-
Antone Gonsalve, Prop.
30 Wellington Street Fall River, Mass.
4071 County Street
Somerset, Mass.
PANNETON'S STORE
Compliments of
PATENT MEDICINES — SODA FOUNTAIN
SPEEDWELL FARMS
• • •
Leo Berube, Mgr.
1112 County Street Somerset Centre, Mass.
951 Slade Street
Fall River, Mass.
Compliments of
CAMARA'S PHARMACY
M. C, Sebastio, Ph. G., Reg. Ph.
1518 North Main Street Fall River, Mass.
MULVENY'S PHARMACY
! BRING IN YOUR PRESCRIPTIONS TO US
We Have a Full Line of Medical Supplies
1058 North Main Street 1157 County Street
Fall River, Mass. Somerset, Mass.
SUCCESS TO 1949
Compliments of
Interstate Venetian Blind Co.
SOMERSET FABRIC CENTER
-
John J. Cabral, Mgr.
1098 County Street Somerset, Mass.
605 South Main Street Fall River, Mass. \
FALL RIVER
BARIL'S FLOWER SHOP
BUSINESS INSTITUTE
Louis M. Parent, Designer
(formerly)
Zoel Baril, Proprietor
HERRICK’S INSTITUTE
SHORTHAND - TYPING - ACCOUNTING
FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS J
CIVIL SERVICE COURSES
Dial 2-5532
Dial 2-5861
209 Franklin Street Fall River, Mass.
955 South Main Street Fall River, Mass.
Compliments of
POCASSET BOTTLING CO.r Inc.
Louis Mendes, Manager
MANUFACTURERS OF CANADA DRY SPUR
POCASSET BEVERAGES
CANADA DRY GINGER ALE
Telephone 3-2141
155 HOPE STREET
FALL RIVER, MASS.
SUCCESS TO OUR SOMERSET HIGH GRADUATES
— from —
CREAMRICH ICE CREAM CO.
"The best ice cream for miles around,
Is made right here in your home town.”
1091 COUNTY STREET
SOMERSET CENTRE, MASS.
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